Haydn and Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra

Oct 14, 2023 at 7:00 PM · Ordway Center for the Performing Arts, Saint Paul, MN Ordway Center for the Performing Arts, Saint Paul, MN

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Haydn

9 concerts

Franz Joseph Haydn, born in Rohrau, Austria, was a pivotal Classical composer. Known as the "Father of the Symphony" and "Father of the String Quartet," his prolific output includes 104 symphonies and 68 string quartets. His innovative style, marked by wit and humor, shaped instrumental music. Notable works include the "London" symphonies and oratorios like "The Creation." He influenced Mozart and taught Beethoven.

Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra

1 concert

Founded in 1959, the Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra is a full-time U.S. chamber orchestra with no permanent conductor, led by five Artistic Partners. Known for repertory from Baroque to contemporary; recorded Copland Appalachian Spring and Mozart with Jeremy Denk.